Clinical Nurse Specialist (POON)

NHS; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading children’s healthcare provider in Sheffield seeks a Paediatric Oncology Outreach Nurse Specialist to join their dedicated team. This role, offering part-time hours on a fixed term basis, will focus on delivering high-quality care to children and young people receiving treatment. Candidates must be a registered children's nurse with relevant experience and be willing to take on weekend work and on-call responsibilities. Enjoy competitive salary and an inclusive workplace.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Pension schemes

Health and wellbeing programmes

Qualifications

• Registered Children's Nurse with NMC registration and substantial experience in Paediatric Haematology/Oncology.
• Current Driving licence.
• Willingness to undertake weekend work and participate in a 24-hour on-call rota.

Responsibilities

• Manage own case load and provide specialist nursing expertise.
• Review patients post chemotherapy in the community.
• Support families with medication, including chemotherapy.

Skills

Clinical advice

Mentoring

Effective communication

Data analysis

Education

RNC/RN8 degree or diploma level

Current NMC registration

Relevant post registration qualification

Job description

Job summary

Fixed Term (Secondment) (Maternity Leave Cover)

An opportunity has arisen to join the Paediatric Oncology Outreach Nurse Specialist Team at Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust.

You will provide support and care for children and young people and their families by delivering high quality and specialist practical and emotional support for children and young people under the care of the Sheffield Principal Treatment Centre for Haematology and Oncology (PCT).

The Paediatric Oncology Outreach Nurse Specialist Team is responsible for the care of children and young people with malignant conditions in hospital and in the community providing patient-centred care in the South Yorkshire North East Lincolnshire area.

About You

• Registered Children's Nurse with the NMC registration and have substantial recent post registration experience in Paediatric Haematology/Oncology.
• Current Driving licence
• You will be required to undertake weekend work and participate in a 24 hour on call rota supporting young people receiving palliative care at home

Main duties of the job

• You will manage your own case load and be responsible for organising and managing your work on a daily basis, providing specialist nursing expertise as part of the multidisciplinary team.
• Review patients post chemotherapy in the community
• Giving support to families, administering medication including chemotherapy and biological therapies, advanced symptom control at end of life, visiting school to support the child's return to education etc.

About us

At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children's Health.

We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.

We're proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children's as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England – and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire – in the latest NHS Staff Survey.

Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values – Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence – to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.

As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we're excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.

We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts – helping you thrive at work and beyond.

Details

Date posted: 22 December 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 6

Salary: £38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum pro rata, plus enhancements for on-call

Contract: Fixed term

Duration: 12 months

Working pattern: Part-time

Reference number: 425-25-7613575

Job location: Sheffield Children's Hospital, Western Bank, Sheffield, S10 2TH

Job responsibilities

For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.

Occupation code 2237. To check the eligibility of this code for sponsorship and right to work please visit the UKVI website.

Please note: We do not offer visa sponsorship for Band 2 roles.

Diversity Statement

At Sheffield Children's, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone's success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.

Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at [e-mail]. Together, we're building a workplace where everyone belongs.

Qualifications and Training (Essential)

• RNC/RN8 degree or diploma level
• Current NMC registration
• Relevant post registration qualification as required for speciality
• 998 or mentorship / supervisor training

Qualifications and Training (Desirable)

• Clinical skills and pathophysiology module (or willingness to undertake depending on role within speciality)
• Good Clinical Practice GCP certificate
• Non-Medical Prescribing (depending on role)

Experience (Essential)

• Experience of providing clinical advice in relation to the specialist area
• Experience of determining appropriate solution to problems pulling on different information available
• Experience of planning provision of care for patients
• Mentoring experience with nursing students and training/development teaching of junior colleagues
• Experience of writing policies and procedures for different audiences

Knowledge and Skills (Essential)

• Knowledge of clinical governance activities, including audit, benchmarking and quality improvement
• Ability to dynamically risk assess clinical situations and respond appropriately
• Ability to monitor and respond to changes in patient conditions effectively
• Effective communication skills to provide guidance and education to patients
• Ability to develop education and training programmes
• Ability to build relationships for collaboration with the multidisciplinary team and external agencies
• Skills in collecting and analysing data and using evidence based practice to improve patient outcomes

Personal Attributes (Essential)

• Ability to respect the cultural, social, and religious diversity within society
• Ability to manage complex and challenging situations with empathy
• Ability to adapt to different settings and patient needs
• Access to transportation to travel around the city, region or country

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer details

Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust

Sheffield Children's Hospital, Western Bank, Sheffield, S10 2TH

Website: https://www.sheffieldchildrens.nhs.uk/